Watson Lake Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyLee
River/StreamJuniper Creek
Coordinates35.45430, -79.04660

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Length720 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage112 acre-ft
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Broadway
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection01/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00015
Federal IDNC00015
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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